Latest Posts Under: Inspiration

Volunteering Abroad for Students

by admin on May 15, 2018

There is something about volunteering abroad that changes your life forever. It has become more and more popular over the past couple of years and the opportunities have become endless. It takes you straight out of your comfort zone and gives you the opportunity to meet new people, explore new cultures and open your eyes to different ways of living. 1. ORGANIC FARMING The organic lifestyle has become an increasingly popular trend around the world. It’s all about sustainability and green, healthy living. World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms (WWOOF) is a website created specifically for students who want to learn more about organic farming abroad. It is only $20 to register on the site and give volunteers access to farmers across the globe. Volunteers can then make contact with farmers to discuss expectations, length of stay, and accommodation and meals in depth. 2. VOLUNTEER TO SAIL AROUND THE WORLD […]

Avoiding Graduate Blues

by admin on October 5, 2017

Finishing University is a time for celebrating, going out with friends and making the most of last few days of what is a truly memorable experience. However, once the last drinks drunk, the last hungover conquered and you are sitting at the train station heading back home, the reality may start to kick in and you might become overwhelmed with panicked thoughts about what lays ahead. This is an occurrence some refer to as “Graduate Blues”. A recent study showed that 95% of Students see “Graduate Blues” as very real issue and according to the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), it is “extremely common” . It comes from a sense of disillusionment about finishing university and worry about what to do next. Although it is common, it is also very easy to overcome, just by making that all important next move and although it may not seem so, there […]

Female Entrepreneurs

by admin on February 16, 2017

Despite the fact that women outnumber men in Europe, female entrepreneurs represent only one third of the self- employed in the European Union. There are some factors that make entrepreneurship a less attractive option for them than for men. The European Union is working hard to come up with incentives to encourage more women start their own companies. The following are the main challenges faced by female entrepreneurs: access to information access to finance access to networks for business purposes training managing life at work and home Research shows that successful entrepreneurs are usually inspired by other successful entrepreneurs. This means that if people don’t have role models in whom they can identify themselves- they are at a disadvantage. Women need women, who can act as role models for those who want to embark on a new project. The internet has been a huge driving force to empower and enable […]

Making memories that last a life time

by admin on December 22, 2016

Every family is different and every family has their own family traditions for advent and Christmas.Traditions are powerful for any family. They bring families together and create a sense of commitment. Traditions are the best way of creating memories that would last a lifetime while also remembering the past. Various studies have shown that the ones that are most affected by traditions are children. Children love rituals as they find a certain security in something that gives them a sense of belonging and comfort. Traditions also create a legacy- these are a good way of passing down family values to children who will then pass them on to their children and so on. Some traditions are simple and do not require a lot of thought, while other traditions require more planning and effort on behalf of a lot people. Preserving and nurturing the family traditions is a healthy way of […]

Choosing the right career

by admin on December 1, 2016

If you take a look of the people close to you, you will immediately realise that the traditional three- step career plan no longer applies. It is clear that graduating college, getting a job and getting promoted at the same company plan is outdated. Today people change their job titles, move between many companies and industries throughout the course of their career. The main advantage of this trend is that people are more flexible and have more choice when it come s to choosing a career. The downside is that all choices are not necessarily good and having too many can be daunting. Choosing a career path is, for the majority of us, a confusing, difficult and anxiety filled experience. Even if you ask for help of professionals, you can still be confused about what is right for you. Many will tell you to find something that you love and […]

How to succeed in life?

by admin on November 17, 2016

No matter how old you are, your gender, your nationality or what you do for a living, as humans we all share one thing in common – desire to succeed. Success is a subjective notion. Success means different things to different people. We don’t all want success with the exact same things. What does it mean to succeed in life? Does it mean having a good job? Does it mean having a great relationship or perhaps being filthy rich? Even though we don’t want the same things in life, there are some common themes to what succeeding in life means. Success is not something unattainable, it does not come easy. There are a lot of studies published online which give tips on what it takes to achieve more in life. Find out what you enjoy doing and do it passion: Psychologist Angela Duckworth carried out a study which found that […]

Christmas is soon here!

by admin on November 4, 2016

Christmas is soon here! Christmas has become a global celebration, regardless of religion or location. It is one of those holidays that are filled with cheer and wonder. Let yourself be a kid again and embrace the holiday spirit. Whether it is leaving the cooking and milk out for Santa or decorating the Christmas tree, indulge in a little holiday tradition and some magic this year. Colourful lights are hugging the trees, the mistletoe’s are hanging in doorways and Santa and Rudolph are everywhere around. For the majority of people, Christmas is about meeting friends and spending time with family. Take advantage of this time to reconnect with friends and family whilst indulging in Christmas food. Movie nights are also popular during this wonderful period. Organise a movie night where you invite friends and family and serve hot chocolate and cakes. This is the season to be jolly and do […]

The Concrete Ceiling

by admin on October 20, 2016

There may be more diversity directors today, but minority women in professional and management positions say it’s still difficult to reach managerial positions of the corporate world. The metaphor of a ‘concrete ceiling’ stands in sharp contrast to that of the ‘glass ceiling’. Glass ceiling and concrete ceiling refer to the barrier that limits upward mobility of qualified people, especially women. Glass ceiling is often used to describe a situation where the advancement of qualified people in an organisation is withheld because of certain forms of discrimination. The most commonly known discriminations include racism and sexism. Concrete ceiling is also a term that describes the barrier which blocks the advancement of qualified persons. However, when compared with glass ceiling, concrete ceiling is harder to break through. Many women of colour who have made it on boards and to the top management position describe the process as breaking through not a […]

My trip in Berlin

by admin on September 8, 2016

Berlin is a charming place to visit, with a rich varied history. This fascinating city has been one of Europe’s most influential economic, cultural and political centers since its origins as a trading post in the 13th century. Berlin is famous for its summers, not because it is particularly warm, but there is a never-ending list of things to do. Summer can be very wet so I suggest that you always carry an umbrella and pack a light jacket. However, the rain does not stop people from enjoying the city. I have a couple of friends working in Berlin and they always told me to visit in May as it is considered the best time to visit. And that is what I did! I was very lucky as the weather was quite good and I managed to do a lot of things. Another reason why they suggested I visit in […]

What is marketing and why is it important?

by admin on August 25, 2016

If you are currently thinking about what subject to study or contemplating about your career, this article might help you check if marketing is the subject for you. The most important thing is to choose a subject that you will enjoy and that it will help you reach your goals. I suggest that you think about what you enjoy doing day-to-day as this could be a part of a future job role. If you are looking for ideas, explore as many jobsites as possible and also go through graduate careers to look for ideas. Contrary to what many people believe products do not sell themselves. Good marketing gives information to the customers so that they can find the products they are looking for make better choices about those products and extract the most value from them. So, in other words marketing helps to facilitate exchanges between buyers and sellers for […]

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